

ABSTRACT

A two-part mould 1, 2 for moulding an article has the mould parts adapted to be moved together under vacuum to cause moulding material to be evenly distributed around a reinforcement structure 55. Sealing means for sealing the mould cavity 4 against ambient atmosphere, comprises a primary seal 20 operative during the movement of the mould parts, the action of the primary seal being assisted by a secondary seal 21 which becomes effective when the mould parts reach the final closed position. A collection chamber 30 is formed in one of the mould parts for collection of surplus resin through pinch-off means 31, 32, 34, including a flexible part 32, which closes off flow of resin into the collection chamber in the closed position, of the mould parts. The collection chamber is preferably located to permit drainage of resin back to the mould cavity until the pinch-off means becomes effective.



